The Country that Fur Built: Canada’s Fur Trade History
byAs Canadians prepare to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation (July 1, 1867), and also the 375th anniversary of the founding of Montreal (May…
Cultural Heritage
Why We Must Renew Our Support for Sealing
byOf all conflicts between advocates of sustainable use of wildlife and advocates of animal rights, none has been more enduring than the sealing issue….
Heritage Fur Products to Warm the Body and Soul
bySometimes a particular aroma can bring back vivid childhood memories leaving you awash in feelings of love, comfort, and belonging. It may be cinnamon…
Santa Wears Fur “from His Head to His Foot”
byA Visit from St. Nicholas ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all thro’ the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;…
5 Reasons Why Wearing Fur Is Not Like Wearing Your Pet
byEarlier this year I wrote a blog post listing “5 reasons why PETA won’t make me ditch my Canada Goose”. For anyone who has…
10 Cool Facts You May Not Know About Fur
byCOOL FACT #1: Fur may have saved the human race New research suggests humans (Homo sapiens) survived the last Ice Age and Neanderthals didn’t…
“Fur Futures” Has Changed My Life’s Direction
byFur Futures is an initiative of the International Fur Federation to provide financial and professional support for the fur trade’s next generation. The inaugural program…
From Animal Activist to Adult: A Personal Journey
byDon’t give up on animal activists. People change. I know because I was an animal activist, and I’ve spent the last 24 years doing…
Skunk Fur, Why Have We Forsaken You?
byIt’s durable, warm, glamorous and striking. And it comes from an animal that is abundant in the wild, easy to trap, and easy to…